60% of new managers fail within their first 24 months. Don't be one of them. The IMS New Manager Program is a comprehensive 12-week blended learning journey led by expert facilitators and supported by coaching. This proven program transforms first-time managers into confident leaders who build high-performing teams, communicate with impact, develop others effectively, and drive measurable results.
More Than Just a Class
It's Your Launchpad to Leadership
It's Your Launchpad to Leadership
- Intended audience: New or emerging first-time supervisors or managers
- Format: Virtual-Live with recording available
- Duration: 12 weeks (average 1hr per week)
- Certification: IMS Certificate of Achievement plus SHRM and CPE continuing education credits
- Coaching: ICF Personal and Group coaching for all participants
- Learner Support: A learner hub provides microlessons, and AI coach, and peer networking
Why This Program Works
The IMS New Manager Program blends expert-led learning with ongoing reinforcement to ensure knowledge translates into lasting skills. With a mix of live sessions, microlearning, and personalized support, new managers grow into confident leaders who drive measurable results.
The IMS New Manager Program blends expert-led learning with ongoing reinforcement to ensure knowledge translates into lasting skills. With a mix of live sessions, microlearning, and personalized support, new managers grow into confident leaders who drive measurable results.
Program Highlights
Each module is led by a nationally recognized educator who brings deep expertise and practical tools for new managers:
Each module is led by a nationally recognized educator who brings deep expertise and practical tools for new managers:
- Ann Tardy — Focuses on the core skills of leading versus managing, setting clear expectations, delegating effectively, and giving feedback that develops others.
- Dr. Noah Barsky — Builds practical business acumen: understanding financial statements, budgeting and forecasting, linking metrics to strategy, and making data-informed decisions that drive results.
- Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper — Equips new leaders with strategies to build trust, foster strong relationships, make smarter decisions, and communicate with clarity across teams and stakeholders.
Unique Coaching Advantage
Participants receive exclusive access to ICF-certified coaches with 10+ years of experience. Through both small-group and individual sessions, coaches reinforce program content and provide guidance tailored to real workplace challenges. Monthly coaching ensures lessons stick long after the program ends.
Participants receive exclusive access to ICF-certified coaches with 10+ years of experience. Through both small-group and individual sessions, coaches reinforce program content and provide guidance tailored to real workplace challenges. Monthly coaching ensures lessons stick long after the program ends.
3 Months of Learning, a Lifetime of Support
The Institute's New Manager Program is not a one-time event, t's an ongoing development opportunity. Participants become Institute alumni, gaining continued support and encouragement to stay connected with peers.
The Institute's New Manager Program is not a one-time event, t's an ongoing development opportunity. Participants become Institute alumni, gaining continued support and encouragement to stay connected with peers.
Registration Fee
$1,995 per person for the Fall 2025 3-month series
$1,995 per person for the Fall 2025 3-month series
NOVEMBER
18
NOV
2025
MODULE 3 - Essential Leadership Skills for New Managers
with Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper -> Live on Zoom
YOU WILL LEARN:
New Manager Series
